One of the most productive and successful crosses ever done in Curcuma is alismatifolia x rhabdota. The pairing of the Tulip Ginger and the ‘Candy Cane’ Ginger nevers seems to disappoint in the many different incarnations that have appeared. ‘Maejo Elite’ is no exception bolstering more red than any other like hybrid on the market. This beautiful hybrid was developed from the same breeding program as the Sawadee and Chaidee hybrids. Curcuma alismatifolia x rhabdota hybrids usually have have a much wider range of light condition tolerances than most. They can handle full sun and also still perform in filtered shade areas.
Grows to 1.5 ‘ in medium to full sun. Not tested but most likely hardy in Zones 8 and above as all others with this parentage are.